JUNE 2026 32 D ining out with the whole family can add up quickly, but several Valley restaurants are making it easier – and more fun – to bring the kids along. From taco nights and pancake breakfasts to pickleball and line dancing, these Valley spots offer free kids meals on select days throughout the summer. Pita Jungle (4340 E. Indian School Road, Phoenix) is bringing back its popular Kids Eat Free promotion for June and July. Available Tuesdays at participating locations, children 12 and under can build their own nutritious meal – complete with a grain or carb, protein, vegetable, fruit, and drink – for free with the purchase of an adult entrée. Vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free options are also available. pitajungle.com Over Easy (4730 E. Indian School Road, Phoenix) is making summer mornings more affordable with free kid’s meals every Tuesday throughout June and July. Kids 12 and under can choose from fun breakfast favorites like waffles, chocolate chip pancakes, grilled cheese with tots, and the restaurant’s signature Waffle Dog. The dine-in-only offer is available at all 19 Arizona locations with the purchase of an adult entrée. eatatovereasy.com A longtime Valley staple since 1964, Manuel’s Mexican Restaurant (2820 E. Indian School Road, Phoenix) serves Sonoran-style favorites in a welcoming, family-oriented setting. On Wednesdays, kids eat free with the purchase of an adult entrée, making it an easy midweek stop for enchiladas, tacos, and classic Mexican comfort food. manuelsaz.com Chompie’s (9301 E. Shea Blvd., Scottsdale) brings classic New York deli vibes to Scottsdale with oversized sandwiches, breakfast favorites, and traditional comfort dishes. On Tuesdays, kids eat free with the purchase of an adult entrée. Options include breakfast, lunch and dinner faves like pancakes, bagels, grilled cheese and hot dogs. Meals come with a side and a cookie. chompies.com Sweet Paris Creperie (15147 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale) offers one of the more elevated takes on the kids eat free trend. Every Wednesday, children 12 and under receive a complimentary crêpe with the purchase of an adult entrée. This Parisian-inspired café serves sweet and savory crêpes, coffee, and brunch. sweetparis.com Sunday afternoons are extra family- friendly at Dynamite Beer Co.’s Uptown Plaza location (100 E. Camelback Road, Phoenix), where kids eat free – choose between a pita pizza or a hot dog meal – and adults can enjoy $6 Dynamite pints. dynamitebeer.com Electric Pickle (8688 S. Emerald Dr., Tempe) combines dinner with built-in entertainment thanks to its pickleball- centered atmosphere. During Taco Tuesdays, kids eat free while adults can take advantage of two-for-one taco specials and discounted margaritas. electricpickle.com At Foley Ranch (21001 N. Tatum Blvd., Phoenix), family dinners come with a side of entertainment. The restaurant serves up favorites like chicken tenders, sliders, and mac & cheese, all paired with fries, and on Tuesdays, kids eat free with the purchase of an adult entrée. foleyranch.com Lakeside Bar & Grill (9980 W. Happy Valley Pkwy., Peoria) keeps things casual and family-friendly with Kids Eat Free Tuesdays. With the purchase of an adult entrée, kids can choose between a burger or cheeseburger, grilled cheese, macaroni and cheese, corn dog or chicken tenders – all served with fries, of course. lakesidebarandgrillaz.com Red, White & Brew (6740 E. McDowell Road, Mesa) hosts Family Tuesdays, offering free kids meals with the purchase of an adult entrée. Classics like chicken quesadilla, grilled cheese, chicken tenders with ranch, hamburger, cheeseburger, pizza slice and penne or linguini with marinara, butter or meatball are all up for grabs. Kids meals are served with a choice of apple sauce, fries, broccoli or side salad, a soft drink and ice cream for dessert. rwbaz.com   Rack (3636 N. Scottsdale Road) has beer bucket specials, pool tables, wall- to-wall sports, and pub fare at the ready. Buckets include five beers with the fifth complementary, priced at $26 for domestic and $30 for imports. Guests can also upgrade by reserving a premium Diamond pool table for $100 per hour, which includes skip-the-line access. theracklounge.com At 32 Shea (10626 N. 32nd St., Phoenix) dads can start Father’s Day morning with comfort food. From 6 a.m. to noon, the neighborhood café is serving biscuits and gravy for $7, alongside a complimentary drip coffee for dads throughout the day. 32shea.com Red, White & Brew (6740 E. McDowell Road, Mesa) is celebrating with limited-time specials available Friday-Sunday. Featured dishes include slow-roasted prime rib, surf and turf with lobster tail, tempura California halibut, and a grilled shrimp Caesar salad. rwbaz.com Picazzo’s Healthy Italian Kitchen (4669 E. Cactus Road, Phoenix) is adding a little extra incentive this year. Dads and father figures who dine at any Picazzo’s location on Father’s Day will receive a $20 gift card to use on a future visit while supplies last. picazzos.com Roaring Fork (4800 N. Scottsdale Road) is turning Father’s Day into a full steakhouse-style celebration with its popular Steakhouse Sunday experience. The three-course meal includes a salad, sides, dessert, and steaks inspired by the restaurant’s signature wood-fired cooking style. Guests can also enjoy happy hour specials including BBQ baby back ribs, rotisserie chicken, and pulled pork sliders. roaringfork.com Miracle Mile Deli (4433 N. 16th St., Phoenix) is keeping Father’s Day casual and affordable with seasonal specials running throughout June. Guests can choose from three signature wraps for $15, each served with a side and kosher dill pickle, while the popular Summer of Shakes & Floats promotion offers milkshakes and ice cream floats for $6 through August. The deli is also running a gift card promotion through June 21, where customers can purchase $100 in gift cards for $77. miraclemiledeli.com  This June, Frasher’s BBQ & St. Louis Pizza is celebrating its 11th anniversary with a new chapter, rebranding from Frasher’s Smokehouse to Frasher’s BBQ & St. Louis Pizza (3222 E. Indian School Road, Phoenix). Along with the new name comes an updated menu, revamped bar and refreshed patio. Diners can celebrate the anniversary with $11 pulled pork sandwiches all month, and just in time for Father’s Day, the restaurant is also introducing steaks to the menu. frasherssmokehouse.com OVER EASY 32 SHEA PICAZZO’S HEALTHY ITALIAN KITCHEN

33 JUNE 2026 As summer begins, the City of Phoenix is highlighting a series of programs aimed at supporting residents through business engagement, youth opportunities, environmental planning, and public services. One of the city’s most recognizable annual celebrations, 602 Day, is encouraging residents to shop local and support Valley businesses on June 2. The community- driven event celebrates Phoenix pride while shining a spotlight on restaurants, retailers, and organizations. Last year, more than 250 businesses and entities participated, with many reporting increased sales and record-setting foot traffic. Organizers are encouraging businesses interested in joining this year’s festivities to register through 602 Day’s website. Families looking for summer activities for children and teens also have a new opportunity through Camp Colley, an outdoor experience located on 30 scenic acres near the Mogollon Rim, roughly 50 miles north of Payson. Operated as an affordable summer option, the camp includes lodging, meals, and recreational activities designed to immerse campers in nature while building friendships and life skills. City officials say the program is intended to provide families with an accessible way to introduce children to outdoor experiences during the summer months. Learn more at campcolley.org. Phoenix leaders are continuing long-term planning efforts centered on food accessibility and sustainability. The City of Phoenix Office of Environmental Programs is currently developing the 2030 Phoenix Food Action Plan, which will guide the city’s food systems work over the next five years. The initiative focuses on improving access to healthy, affordable, and culturally relevant food for residents. Planning for the initiative began in March 2025 and has included collaboration with residents, nonprofits, farmers, and businesses. Officials say the process is intended to create strategies that help communities grow, access, and enjoy nutritious food while strengthening food systems throughout Phoenix. Residents will also begin seeing changes to solid waste rates following a recently approved adjustment by the city’s Public Works Department. After reviewing customer feedback and identifying operational efficiencies, the city reduced its original proposal from a $17 increase over three years to a $14 increase over the same period. According to city officials, the adjustment is designed to help offset rising inflationary costs, prepare for future growth, and maintain essential waste collection and management services citywide. The city announced the launch of the Federal Enforcement Complaint Reporting Portal as part of its Community Transparency Initiative. The online portal is intended to give residents a centralized way to report concerns related to federal enforcement activity. Together, the programs and initiatives reflect the city’s continued focus on community engagement, public services, sustainability, and quality-of-life improvements as Phoenix enters the summer season. Phoenix launches summer initiatives ARCADIANEWSARCHIVES.COM Councilman District 6 602-262-7491 District6@phoenix.gov KEVIN ROBINSON  Steve is retiring after 40 years of being an OB/ GYN at Camelback Women’s Health – and he is very excited! He will continue his workouts, reading, and catching up on sleep. Jane caught pickleball fever and enjoys “laughter, friendships and trying to avoid injuries.” She started taking piano lessons, but her real passion is teaching people how to train their dogs. Anne lives in Salt Lake City where she works as a postpartum nurse at the University of Utah Hospital. She loves hiking with her dog Sadie. She finished her first two sprint triathlons and is looking forward to competing again. Emily lives in Rome with her husband and two kids. She stays busy exploring and works part time as a marriage and family therapist. Her family is getting ready to move to Mexico City and are so excited to be closer to home. Julie graduated from Arcadia in 2008, and received a Bachelor’s Degree from Brigham Young University in 2013. She and her husband Cameron live in Idaho with their four children. This month they are celebrating their 14-year wedding anniversary. Aaron and his wife Bree live in Gilbert with their four kids. Aaron is a periodontist who enjoys playing pickleball, hiking Camelback and swimming with the kids. 30 30 YEARS AGO YEARS AGO WHERE ARE THEY NOW?